Closing Date: 26th April, 2024
Description:
Join the State Attorney's Office for the First Judicial Circuit of Florida as a Prosecutor and be part of a dynamic team! Have you heard? The Gulf Coast was recently named among the best places to live in the entire country! Also known as home to the world's most beautiful beaches and the famous Blue Angel Navy Flight Squadron! We are looking for an experienced felony prosecutor to assist in our Homicide/Major Crimes Unit.The Office of Ginger Bowden Madden is united by a clear vision. We know why we are here and help those around us understand their part, encouraging one another to continuously improve. We take the initiative to cultivate our individual growth and help others do the same, while keeping ourselves and one another accountable. We actively promote cooperation, collaboration, integrity and respect across teams to foster an engaged, diverse and connected workforce. Our office is responsible for the prosecution of all crimes committed in Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa, and Walton counties.
We are currently recruiting attorneys with prosecutorial experience for lateral hires. The ideal applicant will have five to ten years of experience prosecuting criminal cases of homicides and other major crimes or an equivalent amount of experience in criminal litigation in Florida. Qualified applicants should have experience in homicide investigations, preparing indictments and informations, presenting to a grand jury, preparing jury instructions and sentencing enhancements. Applicants should also have a working knowledge of issuing subpoenas, witness preparation and trial presentations. The prosecutor will be expected to carry a caseload of multiple cases and death penalty experience a plus but not required. Applicants must have a proven record prosecuting felony cases along with excellent communication and critical thinking skills. Employment will require professional interaction with the public, law enforcement and office staff. Applicants may be tasked with responding to crime scenes. The prosecutor would be expected to perform duties and daily tasks with minimal supervision. Applicants must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
